American Iron & Metal (AIM)

Finance System Lead, Continuous Improvement

LocationMontreal, QC
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Company Description

American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.

Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products.

We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all.

It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.


Job Description

The Finance Systems Lead, reporting to CI Manager, will be responsible for managing and optimizing GL structures, within AIM’s finance systems. This role will ensure that financial system configurations align with business needs, drive process improvements, and support cross-functional teams in enhancing system efficiencies. The Finance Systems Lead will collaborate closely with Finance, IT, and other key stakeholders to provide finance expertise for new system implementations, maintain data integrity and improve workflows for financial system integrations.

General Ledger (GL) Administration & Financial System Management

Serve as the GL Administrator for all finance related systems within AIM - Configure, maintain, monitor and optimize GL structures in collaboration with the Finance Corporate and Consolidation (Conso) teams.
Ensure accurate financial data classification, account hierarchy structures, and integration consistency across all systems.
Provide technical and functional expertise on GL-related matters for finance teams.


Finance ERP System Enhancement

Lead and participate in system enhancement projects such as D365 Finance & Operations (F&O) improvement projects to enhance system functionality and performance.
Identify opportunities to automate and streamline finance processes within all ERP systems


Finance Support for Non-Finance Systems

Provide finance expertise and support for non-financial systems that integrate with AIM’s financial platforms.
Collaborate with IT and business teams to ensure seamless integration between financial and other operational systems
Act as a bridge between finance, business and IT teams, ensuring financial controls are maintained in system integrations


Finance Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement

Analyze existing finance processes and identify areas for optimization
Implement best practices in financial workflows to reduce inefficiencies and improve data accuracy.
Support finance transformation initiatives by integrating process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).


Risk Management & Compliance

Identify and flag system related risks to the CI manager & provide potential solutions to mitigate the risk.
Manage and design additional system controls (ex. user accesses, approval flows) to ensure strong system internal control.


Qualifications


Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in finance or accounting, ERP management, financial process improvement.
Strong understanding of GL structures, financial reporting, and data integrity within finance systems.
Strong knowledge of accounting and finance operations, including month-end close, financial reporting, and general ledger processes.
Hands-on experience with Finance ERP systems is highly preferred.
Project Management experience is an asset
Experience in leading transformative projects / project streams in/for large organizations
Experience in preparing executive-ready deliverables in/for large organizations
Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, Agile, or other continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.


Skillset

Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and stakeholder management skills.
Excellent Data and Process Analysis Skills
Solution and Impact Analysis
Self-driven and entrepreneurial spirit.
Strong ownership of work, result-driven and high standards to work efficiently and deliver high-quality service level and deliverables.
Ability to work cross-functionally and translate finance requirements into system solutions.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Exceptional business sense and ability to relate Finance to the business
A structured mindset and strong organizational skills
Fast learner and coachable
Excellent skills with Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio
Bilingualism (French & English) is an asset


Additional Information


What we offer!

Annual AIM tuition scholarship program up to $8,500 per eligible dependents
Competitive salary + other perks
Group insurance & RRSP program
Company-wide events throughout the year (BBQ, Holiday party etc.)
Free gym on site
A cafeteria on site
Dynamic & rewarding work environment- work on high-impact, meaningful projects while also having fun!

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